The Knox County School Board is considering taking a stand against what could be one of the more controversial pieces of legislation next year.
Board members discussed adding a new legislative priority for next year at Monday’s work session to oppose any legislation that denies undocumented students access to a free public education.
The move follows legislation state lawmakers considered earlier this year that would allow school districts the option of refusing to enroll undocumented children or charging them tuition. The bill passed the State Senate but stalled in the House and could return when lawmakers reconvene in January…